How to Make Gyudon Japanese Beef Bowl - A Step-by-Step Guide

Originating from Japan, Gyudon is a delicious and comforting meal that has become popular around the world. Gyudon, which translates to "beef bowl" in English, consists of thinly sliced beef cooked in a sweet and savory sauce, then served over a bed of steaming hot rice. This dish is beloved for its simplicity, mouthwatering flavors, and satisfying nature.

While traditional Gyudon is commonly found in Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya, it's also a popular homemade dish that can be e...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large white onion
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sake
  • ½ pound beef ribeye steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste (Optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, or to taste (Optional)
  • 2 teaspoons pickled ginger (beni shoga), or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 sheet dried seaweed, cut into strips, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins
  • Total Time: 22 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Halve the onion and discard the central-most part. Cut halves into thin slices.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until it starts to brown, about 30 seconds. Reduce heat to medium-low; add water, soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and sake and simmer until flavors combine, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir beef into the skillet. Cook, covered, until beef is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Divide between serving bowls and garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, ginger, and seaweed strips.
  • Nutrition

    297 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 977mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 93mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 397mg